Black Bean and Spinach Enchiladas in Jalapeno Cream Sauce

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 0
Black Bean and Spinach Enchiladas in Jalapeno Cream Sauce recipe
in Mexican

Prep

30 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 spring onions
100 g fresh spinach
3 tablespoons fresh coriander , chopped
400 g black beans , drained
100 g cheddar cheese , grated
8 small flour tortillas
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
3/4 cup sour cream
2 jalapenos , seeded and minced
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pinch kosher salt
1 pinch fresh ground black pepper , to taste
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
440
Sugar
3g
Fat
28g
Black Bean and Spinach Enchiladas in Jalapeno Cream Sauce are a delicious and healthy Mexican-inspired dish that the whole family will love! Made with fresh spinach, black beans, and cheese, these enchiladas are a great vegetarian option for any meal. The jalapeno cream sauce adds a nice spicy kick while the extra cheese sprinkled on top gives it an additional level of richness. Whether you're looking for an easy weeknight dinner or a tasty dish to bring to a potluck or party, this recipe is sure to please. With the added health benefits from the black beans and spinach, you can feel good about serving this dish to your loved ones as a wholesome and satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the spring onions and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until softened.
2.Add the spinach to the skillet and cook until it is wilted. Remove from heat and stir in the black beans, coriander, and cheese.
3.Preheat your oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13 baking dish with 1 tablespoon of oil.
4.Fill each tortilla with the bean and spinach mixture, roll it up tightly and place seam side down in the baking dish.
5.In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add in the flour and whisk until well blended. Gradually pour in the vegetable broth and continue whisking until the mixture is smooth. Stir in some minced jalapenos, garlic, salt, pepper and add in the sour cream, whisking until the sauce is smooth and heated through.
6.Pour the jalapeno cream sauce over the enchiladas, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle extra cheese over the top of the enchiladas if desired.
7.Bake the enchiladas in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese has melted and begun to brown.
8.Remove from oven and sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the top. Serve hot with your favorite sides.

PROS

This dish is a great vegetarian option with loads of protein from black beans and spinach.

The jalapeno cream sauce gives this enchilada dish a nice kick of spice and a flavorful heat.

It’s a great option for a weeknight dinner, or to make and bring to a potluck or party.

CONS

This is not the healthiest dish due to the high amount of fat and calories from the sour cream and cheese.

In moderation, however, this dish can be enjoyed without any guilt or negative effects on ones health.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Black beans are high in protein, fiber, antioxidants, and nutrients that can help reduce inflammation in the body, support digestive health, and promote weight loss.
Spinach also contains a lot of vitamins and minerals that contribute to overall health and wellbeing.

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